Job Title
Lecturer I (Sociology)
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
Division of Social Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a non-tenure track position at the rank of Lecturer I of Sociology within the Division of Social Sciences. The Division seeks candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service to the University.
Responsibilities:
Teaching Sociology courses.
Keeping records, posting grades (mid-term & final), submitting attendance reporting, and mentoring/advising students.
Serve on Division and College committees.
Attend University-sponsored activities, such as general student assembly, student recruitment fairs, graduation convocations, and the like.
Engage in professional development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by department head.
Required Education and Experience:
Master’s Degreein Sociology.
One (1) year of related experience teaching Sociology.
Preferred Education and Experience:
PhD in Sociology.
More than two (2) years teaching experience at the University level.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Admissions functions of higher education.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Online teaching certification in Canvas or other LMS platforms.
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
